Nitrogen Reduction
The nitrogen challenge is putting increasing pressure on the agricultural sector. Farmers face stricter emission regulations, while their operational space is shrinking. The need for sustainable, practical solutions has never been greater — and N‑brace delivers the answer. Developed by Nedmag, N‑brace is a targeted, innovative solution that reduces ammonia emissions right at the source, supporting farmers to stay compliant while safeguarding a productive and sustainable future.
Magnesium Chloride
Reducing Nitrogen Emissions in Agriculture
What is N‑brace?
N‑brace is a complete concept that effectively reduces ammonia emissions from cattle barns by binding nitrogen in the manure. This is achieved using the innovative Flux™ spraying system (developed by Struvital), which applies natural, liquid magnesium minerals — such as Nitrocare™ from Nedmag — to the barn floor. At the source, this forms struvite (magnesium ammonium phosphate), a crystalline compound that captures both nitrogen and phosphorus.
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Technical action: ammonia binding and struvite formation
In the barn, ammonia (NH3) is released from the breakdown of urea in urine — a gas that causes odor nuisance, air pollution, and soil acidification when manure is spread. With N‑brace, this challenge becomes an opportunity: ammonia is bound with magnesium and phosphorus, creating struvite:
Magnesium + Ammonia + Phosphate ➔ Magnesium Ammonium Phosphate (Struvite)
The struvite crystallizes within the manure, making valuable nutrients available to crops for longer. This improves mineral cycling and reduces nitrogen losses by up to 50%.
Results and benefits
N‑brace in practice
The N‑brace concept is designed for seamless implementation in existing barns. Its natural mineral approach is safe for both animals and people and can be introduced with minimal adjustments. The system offers:
- Automated data recording for accountability and monitoring
- Proven effectiveness under real‑world conditions, tested in collaboration with WUR, NMI, and MeetID
Building a sustainable agriculture together
N‑brace is the result of intensive collaboration between Nedmag and Struvital, leveraging the expertise of leading institutions such as the WUR, NMI, and MeetID. By combining advanced spraying technology with the power of natural minerals, N‑brace delivers a practical and effective pathway towards sustainable, low‑emission agriculture.
Join the movement
We are looking for partners to help implement, distribute, and support the N‑brace solution:
- Livestock farms interested in applying N‑brace
- Mechanization companies to install and service the system
- Distributors to bring N‑brace to market
- Policymakers supporting sustainable agricultural regulations
Visit www.N‑brace.nl for more information, a comprehensive technical description, and insights into implementation and collaboration. Together, we can build a more sustainable, productive, and future‑proof agriculture.
